baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2399926-A (GB)
Title: Reconfigurable Flash Media Reader System
Inventor: HAN CHING-YUNG
IPC: G06F13/14
Filed: 2002-08-21
Abstract: A reconfigurable flash media reader system provides a flash media reader that accepts both asynchronous and synchronous flash media cards. The reader identifies the card type of the inserted flash media card and notifies the host computer of the card type. The host computer has a list of interface information for different types of flash media cards and references the card type in the list and sets the proper baud rate on the reader. If the flash media card is a synchronous card, data that is to written into the flash media card is gathered and converted to the proper card IO strobes for the card type which are interleaved with the proper card clock strobes for the card type into a bit stream in a bulk transfer packet. The reader extracts the data bit stream from said bulk transfer packet and clocks the data bit stream into the flash media card using the baud rate as a reference clock.
Patent GB-2411415-A (GB)
Title: Directional driving device
Inventor: ROBINSON LANCE
IPC: E21B7/20
Filed: 2004-02-24
Abstract: A directional driving device for driving a tubular 2 into the ground comprises a cylindrical core 6 placed within the tubular 2, and a cover 5 at the end of the tubular 2. The cylindrical core 6 comprises a plurality of offset rigid shoulders 8 and a plurality of moveable intermediate shoulders 10 which contact an interior wall of the tubular 2. In an embodiment, the plurality of moveable intermediate shoulders 10 are hydraulically operated pistons 15 wherein its extended position, exerts a bending force (or moment) on the tubular 2, and causing the tubular to bend between the upper and lower shoulders 8 such that the axis of the tubular 2 is not concentric along its length to steer the tubular 2.
Patent GB-2402217-A (GB)
Title: Correcting for time shifts in seismic data resulting from azimuthal variation
Inventor: SCHONEWILLE MICHEL ALBERT
IPC: G01V1/36
Filed: 2004-05-27
Abstract: A seismic data set is processed by applying (204) a transform to the seismic data set that corrects for time shifts in the seismic data set resulting from azimuthal variation. Alternatively, a seismic data set is sorted to common offset gathers. Then, the following steps are applied to each common offset gather: A transform is applied to the common offset gather that corrects for time shifts in the common offset gather resulting from azimuthal variation. The transformed common offset gather is inverse transformed. The transform may be an inverse Radon transform.
Patent GB-2408329-A (GB)
Title: Flow visualization in wellbores using fibre optic sensing
Inventor: WILLIAMS GLYNN R
IPC: E21B47/10
Filed: 2003-12-09
Abstract: The azimuthal location of a thermal event in a wellbore (12) is determined by analysing the temperature profile along the wellbore (12) using at least one fibre optic line 38. Distributed fibre optic temperature sensors we disposed along the fibre optic line 38 so as to measure the temperature profile along at least two positions of a cross-section of the wellbore (12) . In one example a single fibre optic line 38 is coiled around the circumference of the wellbore. In another example, multiple fibre optic lines 38 are disposed around the circumference of the wellbore at the distal ends of extensions 56. The orientation of the fibre optic sensors may be obtained by disposing a heating element 104, oriented by a device such as a gyro 102, close to the fibre optic line 38. The system may be used to detect and locate inflow of fluids, leak, or to visualize the flow regime in a wellbore.
Patent GB-2422548-A (GB)
Title: Adhesive anti-snoring device
Inventor: LAPPAGE COLIN ROLAND
IPC: A61F5/56
Filed: 2005-02-01
Abstract: An anti-snoring device comprising a strip of material with a central lint portion 4 for positioning over the lips and adhesive portions 3 on either end for attachment to the upper lip and lower lips. Preferably the exterior upper portion of the device 5 is impregnated with eucalyptus or menthol based unguent to improve its effectiveness. The device may prevent snoring and associated symptoms such as dry throat, infections, dribbling and partial tongue swallowing by keeping the lips together. When positioned on the lips, the outer corners of the mouth may remain open for emergency air access.
Patent GB-2425748-A (GB)
Title: Pair of pliers for snap rings
Inventor: WANG TIEN-SHUI
IPC: B25B27/20
Filed: 2005-05-04
Abstract: A pair of pliers 10 for snap rings includes two handles 11 pivotally connected with each other, a spring 12 compressed between the handles 11 and two jaws 20 detachably installed on the handles 11. Each jaw 20 includes a first operative portion 21 with a first tip 211 extending from it and a second operative portion 22 with a second tip 221 extending from it, the first and second tips 211, 221 being of different sizes. The first operative portion 21 may be at an obtuse angle or a right angle or 180 degrees from the second operative portion 22. The jaws 20 may be locked in place in pockets 13 in the handles 11 by means of a quick release device 30 including a pin 31 and a spring 32.
Patent GB-2425929-A (GB)
Title: Hydraulic stabiliser for lower hitch arm
Inventor: CALLAN JIM
IPC: A01B59/041
Filed: 2005-05-09
Abstract: An agricultural vehicle having a hitch with two lower arms 10 that are pivotable about a vertical axis, a stabiliser 50 connected to only one of the two lower arms for controlling lateral movement of the two lower arms 10. The stabiliser 50 comprises a hydraulic jack having an actuating rod 60 connected to a double-acting piston separating two variable volume working chambers which are connected to communicate with one another through a selectively operable valve 64.
Patent GB-2426247-A (GB)
Title: Methods of preparing purine derivatives such as famciclovir
Inventor: LIANG HE
IPC: A61P31/12
Filed: 2005-05-20
Abstract: Methods of preparing a compound of formula I in which R1 is optionally protected amino or hydroxyl or optionally substituted C1-6 alkyl, R3 is optionally substituted C1-6 alkyl and each R5 is independently optionally substituted C1-6 alkyl carbonyl. In particular, the compound is famciclovir. The methods may comprise alkylating a purine substituted at the 2-position by R1 and at the 6-position by a group R2 which is halo or an electron withdrawing group to form a compound of formula V. Alkylation is carried out with a compound X-R3-X in which each X is independently a leaving group. Alternatively, or in addition, the methods may comprise hydrogenating a diol of formula III to remove the R2 substituent.
Patent GB-2415170-A (GB)
Title: Pivoting aircraft wing and associated method
Inventor: STUHR VICTOR KENNETH
IPC: B64C3/40
Filed: 2005-06-02
Abstract: A pivoting aircraft wing includes a wing member (12 fig. 1a), a carry-through structure 16 and a spar box assembly 14 connected to the carry-through structure. The spar box assembly 14 extends longitudinally within the wing member. The spar box assembly comprises a spar box and a bearing support structure 38 attached to the spar box. The aircraft wing further includes a plurality of bearings A, B, C disposed within a plurality of bearing races defined by the bearing support structure 38 and the carry-through structure 16. The bearing races define an arcuate path of rotation such that the wing member is capable of rotating about a virtual axis of rotation.
Patent GB-2427848-A (GB)
Title: Improved ceiling tiles and a process for the manufacture thereof
Inventor: PATTABHI VANGALA
IPC: C04B28/14
Filed: 2003-12-22
Abstract: A process for preparation of improved ceiling tiles having different densities at desired points comprising in the step of preparing a slurry mix of 40-45% hydrated calcium silicate gel and a low density binder; 20-25% reinforcing fibre selected from mineral wool, glass wool and paper pulp; 3-5% gypsum, cellulose pulp and fillers selected from pulverized fly ash and calcium carbonate, pouring the slurry mix into a mould, introducing a false form, subjecting to vacuum and pressure to obtain the more or less material at desired points, removing the false form and further subjecting the semisolid slurry to pressure from top to produce tile with or without reinforcing ribs.
Patent GB-2414581-A (GB)
Title: Parts search system
Inventor: SCHICKLER JOHN F
IPC: G06Q10/00
Filed: 2004-02-19
Abstract: This parts search system solves the problem of defining a correct part despite multiple definitions for replacement parts. The system employs a database or databases including: (a) the names, abbreviations, misspellings and word combinations for parts used in the assemblage of a device; (b) the possible manufacturers, parts and part numbers used in the assemblage of a device; and (c) applications, illustrations and other information related to the parts. A single code number, such as a VMRS code issued by the Technology and Maintenance Council of the American Trucking Associations, is assigned to each part. This code is used to link together and cross-reference all of the items in the database tables. Software is provided allowing the user to enter a multiplicity of choices of a word, abbreviation, misspelling, word combination, code, part number, and/or manufacturer and arrive at the correct part description, application, illustration and part number.
Patent GB-2430656-A (GB)
Title: Wheelchair capable of absorbing road shock
Inventor: LIAO FENG-HUEI
IPC: A61G5/04
Filed: 2005-09-28
Abstract: A wheelchair (2) includes a chair frame (21), two suspension arms (3), two clutches (5), two drive wheels (6), two shock absorbers (7), and two limiting units (8) . The chair frame (21) includes two lateral frame parts (212). Each of the suspension arms (3) is connected pivotally to the chair frame (21) adjacent to a respective lateral frame part (212). Each of the clutches (5) is mounted on a respective suspension arm (3). Each of the drive wheels (6) is coupled to a respective clutch (5). Each of the shock absorbers (7) is mounted between a respective lateral frame part (212) and a respective suspension arm (3). Each of the limiting units (8) includes a mounting seat (81) mounted on a respective lateral frame part (212) and formed with a guide slot unit (82) therethrough, and a connecting component (83) that extends through the guide slot unit (82) and that mounts movably a respective suspension arm (3) on the mounting seat (81).
Patent GB-2420799-A (GB)
Title: Cap for joist in blockwork wall
Inventor: VAUGHAN IAN VICTOR
IPC: E04B5/12
Filed: 2002-10-19
Abstract: A building element (36) is described for use with a joist (12) that has an end portion (16) embedded in a hole through a blockwork wall (10). The building element comprises an end plate (38) arranged to cover the end of the joist and substantially to seal the hole through the blockwork of the wall. The building element is therefore intended to be used in the embedded-end method of joist-laying, and the end plate seals the hole through the blockwork. The joist cap allows the underside of the end of the joist to contact the wall beneath the joist, preferably so that the end portion of the joist can be directly supported by the blockwork beneath the hole.
Patent GB-2435405-A (GB)
Title: A waste separation station
Inventor: WALKER JONATHAN
IPC: B65F1/00
Filed: 2006-02-25
Abstract: A waste separation station with a plurality of compartments, where one of the compartments 4 is hinged to allow the compartment to be opened at an angle, to allow waste to be inserted and retrieved, in addition the compartment has a removable carrier (fig 5) for the separation and storage of bottles. The remaining compartments may have removable containers, and lids which may be stored in a compartment when not in use. The removable bottle carrier may have a handle (9, fig 5) and projections or flexible teeth (10, fig 5) to restrict the movement of the bottles. The waste separation station may include a paper store where the lid of the store has a slit to enable the paper to be deposited. The waste storage station may form part of a kitchen unit, from which the station may be extracted. Alternatively the station may be freestanding with wheels. The components of the station may be made from recycled plastics, and the station may be used to display advertising.
Patent GB-2422166-A (GB)
Title: Mud Flow Back Valve
Inventor: HENRIKSEN KNUT H
IPC: E21B43/14
Filed: 2004-09-27
Abstract: A valve for downhole use allows flow of mud or completion fluids but closes when subjected to produced hydrocarbons. The flow through the valve is through an annular passage that features a sleeve preferably made of rubber. The passage remains open during completion operations, but when hydrocarbons are produced the rubber swells and the passage is closed off. Applications include completions involving long horizontal runs and small inside diameter laterals where access to a sliding sleeve with coiled tubing or a wireline run tool is not practical.
Patent GB-2422621-A (GB)
Title: An access floor sealing device
Inventor: MAJOR PHILIP
IPC: E04F15/024
Filed: 2004-11-01
Abstract: An access floor sealing device for sealing an expansion/and or compression gap between adjacent access floor panels comprises a carrier, and a seal on the carrier. The carrier comprises mounting means for mounting on an access floor support so that the seal is aligned for sealing said gap.
Patent GB-2440781-A (GB)
Title: Support bracket
Inventor: TOY JOHN
IPC: E04D3/36
Filed: 2006-04-27
Abstract: A support bracket including a body section having a mounting portion extending laterally from one end and a tubular portion extending to an opposite end of the body section, the tubular portion extending parallel to a longitudinal axis of the body section; and a tubular section, the tubular section being mounted telescopically of the tubular portion of the body section and means being provided to secure the tubular section longitudinally of the tubular portion of the body section.
Patent GB-2434577-A (GB)
Title: Preparation of phosphate esters having reduced phosphorus volatility from phosphorus pentoxide, for use in non-volatile phosphorus hydrocarbon gelling agent
Inventor: LUKOCS BRENT
IPC: C09K8/524
Filed: 2006-07-14
Abstract: Phosphate esters (being mono-, di- or tri-alkyl phosphate esters) having reduced, negligible or no volatile phosphorus at temperatures below about 250{C are prepared by contacting phosphorus pentoxide with an alkoxide donor under appropriate conditions of temperature, pressure and reaction time (e.g. 93-149{C, at or near atmospheric pressure and for 0.5-12 hours). The alkoxide donor is a mono-, di- or tri-alkyl phosphate, or an alcohol, or mixtures thereof, wherein the alkyl groups and the alcohol all have at least four carbon atoms, and one or more of such carbon atoms may be replaced by nitrogen or oxygen and the atom sequences may be acyclic or cyclic, saturated or unsaturated, or comprise combinations thereof. Preferably, phosphorus pentoxide is reacted first with a mono-, di- or tri-alkyl phosphate and the product thereof is further reacted with an alcohol. Such esters may be used as an improved chemical gelling additive for hydrocarbon based fracturing fluids having reduced, negligible or no volatile phosphorus at temperatures below about 250{C, and such fluids may be used in servicing subterranean formations containing oil and gas. The viscosity verses temperature behaviour of an example fluid is illustrated.
Patent GB-2428719-A (GB)
Title: Resetable downhole tool actuated by a dropped ball
Inventor: TELFER GEORGE
IPC: E21B34/14
Filed: 2004-03-31
Abstract: A resetable tool for circulating fluid in a borehole comprises a tubular body 20 with radial outlet ports 24 in which is located a sleeve 62 radial outlets ports 32. When the tool is run into a borehole the sleeve is in a first position where the radial ports 24, 32 are misaligned. A ball 68 is dropped into the tool and lands on a seat 38 on the sleeve 62 forcing the sleeve to down to a second, intermediate position where fluid flow is restricted by the ball 68. On increasing pressure behind the ball 68, the ball passes through the sleeve 62 releasing pressure and allowing the sleeve 62 to move back up to a third position where the outlet ports 24,32 are aligned. A second, identical ball can be dropped into the tool moving the sleeve 62 to its second position; on increasing the pressure again the second ball can pass through the sleeve releasing the pressure and allowing the sleeve to return and reset to its first position. An index tool (figure 2) and biasing spring 52 can control the position of the sleeve 62.
Patent GB-2441798-A (GB)
Title: Adaptor for power lines communication
Inventor: CANT MARK ANTONY
IPC: H01R13/719
Filed: 2006-10-31
Abstract: An adapter 20, 40 having at least one socket portion 22, 42 and a connector means by which a mains power signal can be delivered to or connected with said adapter. The adapter is provided with an electronics module which is powered by said mains power and also separates a digital signal therefrom, said digital signal being transmitted in conjunction with said mains power signal and the adapter provides at least one separate outlet 30, 44, 46 for transmitting the digital signal. The adaptor is particularly useful for power lines communication systems such as Ethernet over power, where network signals can be transmitted over mains wiring. The adaptor provides a mains socket 22 in addition to the digital output 30 so the adaptor is still capable of serving mains appliances. The connector means of the adaptor may be a plug (26, fig.3c) or may be hard wired to the mains wiring such as in a wall mounted socket outlet (fig.4). Preferable both an Ethernet socket 30, 44 and a wireless transceiver 46.
Patent GB-2435343-A (GB)
Title: LED backlight unit
Inventor: SHIN CHANG HO
IPC: G02F1/13357
Filed: 2007-02-12
Abstract: An LED backlight unit which can be assembled without a thermosetting adhesive, improved in heat radiation effects to maintain high brightness, and also significantly improved in productivity. A light source (20) has a substrate (22) and a plurality of light emitting diodes (24) disposed on the substrate (22). A light guide plate (30) is placed adjacent to the light source (20). A chassis (10) fixes the light source (22) and the light guide plate (30) therein. Fixing means, projections (72), provided on a side of the light guide plate (30) engagingly fit into holes (22a) in the light source substrate (22) and holes (17a) in the chassis (10). Here, the substrate (22) of the light source is fixed in surface contact with the chassis (30). The light guide plate assembled without a thermosetting adhesive facilitates assembling and ensures effective radiation of heat generated from the LEDs, thereby maintaining high brightness and achieving superb light emitting capability.
Patent GB-2448156-A (GB)
Title: Rotatable cabinet
Inventor: MORGANS DAVID ALAN
IPC: A47B49/00
Filed: 2007-04-04
Abstract: A cuboid shaped cabinet unit 1 made of wood, plastic or metal 1, is freely rotatable about a vertical axis. The cabinet is mounted on a ball-race turntable 2, which is in turn mounted on a base 3. The base has rubber or cork feet 4. Any blank areas of each face of the unit may have cork (5, fig 1) affixed to it for use as notice boards. Each of the four faces of the cabinet may have a recess for books and/or a small cupboard for keys (7, fig 4) or the whole of one side may be used for storage such as spice-jar rack 6 or may have a cupboard with adjustable shelving (9, fig 5). Closure members may cooperate with touch-latch devices (8, fig 4 or 10, fig 5).
Patent GB-2444807-A (GB)
Title: Spectacle side arm counterweight with optional brow pad.
Inventor: FAIRCLOUGH MAX
IPC: G02C5/02
Filed: 2007-09-20
Abstract: In order to resolve the problem of the excessive weight of spectacles on the nose of the wearer, a spectacle counterweight designed to fit the glasses frame side members at or near to the ear rest pieces in order to lift the spectacles or glasses up off of the nose by pivoting about the ear. This device may work in conjunction with a brow or forehead pad that attaches to the bridge between the lenses to maintain the correct position of the spectacles in front of the eyes of the wearer. The counterweight may be fitted to the spectacles in a manner allowing telescopic adjustment or movement of the counterweight in order to vary the counter balance effects as desired. Various embodiments of the device are disclosed including fixings to the spectacle side arms via rubber tubular constructions. This device may be in the form of purpose-built customised spectacles and may in the form of a decorative optical jewellery accessory.
Patent GB-2453341-A (GB)
Title: ATP hydrolysis by EHD family polypeptides
Inventor: MCMAHON HARVEY T
IPC: C12N9/14
Filed: 2007-10-03
Abstract: A method of identifying a modulator of an epsin homology domain (EHD) containing polypeptide, said method comprising: providing a first and second sample of an EHD polypeptide; contacting said first sample with a candidate modulator; contacting said first and second samples with ATP; and monitoring ATP hydrolysis in said first and second samples, wherein a difference between the ATP hydrolysis in said first and second samples identifies said candidate modulator as a modulator of an EHD family polypeptide. Also claimed are crystal structures comprising EHD family polypeptides bound to an adenosine nucleotide, methods of identifying therapeutic agents using said crystal structures, an EHD polypeptide, use of EHD family polypeptides in membrane modulation and mutated EHD family polypeptides.
Patent GB-2454478-A (GB)
Title: A Support frame for a sliding door
Inventor: JENKINS STEVE
IPC: E06B3/46
Filed: 2007-11-07
Abstract: A support frame 2 for a sliding door 3 comprising upper and lower support members 4 5, and a side panel 8 attachable so as to extend between said upper and lower support members 4 5, wherein the side panel 8 comprises two panel portions 35 36 that slide relative to each other and overlap to enable the distance between the upper and lower support members 4 5 to be altered during installation of the support frame 2. The panel portions 35 36 may have corrugations in them such that when the portions overlap the corrugations interlock to prevent lateral movement. The corrugations may have a plurality of tenons and mortises. The support frame forms a pocket for sliding door to enter when opened.
Patent GB-2445098-A (GB)
Title: Displaying alert messages on flight decks
Inventor: HARRISON BEN M
IPC: B64D43/00
Filed: 2007-12-18
Abstract: An alert generator 204 is configured to receive message signals from a plurality of aircraft systems 218, 220,222 and to generate alert messages 208 based on the received message signals. A flight deck display screen 202 includes a screen portion 210 that is separately controlled by the alert generator 204 to display messages received from the alert generator. The messages may be text messages which may be supplied via a graphics generator. The alert generator may also provide signals 216 to a warning light, a caution light and an aural alert. The alert generator 204 may comprise a separate partitioned software block in a central computing system 212, or a dedicated hardware module, so that its function can be modified by a qualified software tool (eg. a processor, microcontroller, microcomputer or logic controller) substantially independently of the computing functions driving the other flight deck displays.